Curious about the Zenless Zone Zero 2.3 release date? The latest update for HoYoverse’s urban fantasy RPG is officially here! If you’ve been diligently saving your Polychrome, get ready for a comprehensive look at all the exciting content arriving in version 2.3.
Dubbed “Memories of Dreams Bygone,” ZZZ 2.3 ushers in a new era of mystery for the beloved gacha game. New Eridu is about to get a whole lot spookier! The story plunges straight into the aftermath of Isolde’s betrayal, Sarah’s escape, and Ye Shiyuan’s abduction from the previous Zenless Zone Zero update. As the initial chaos subsides, our familiar Proxies team up with the enigmatic Spook Shack to venture into the Timesworn Hills. This update also teases fresh faces ready to shake up the Zenless Zone tier list, alongside brand-new locations and plenty more content to explore.
Zenless Zone Zero 2.3 Release Date
Mark your calendars! Zenless Zone Zero 2.3 officially launched on Wednesday, October 15, 2025. The update became available at 8 PM PT / 11 PM ET, which translates to 4 AM BST / 5 AM CET / 1 PM AEST on October 16.
Typically, ZZZ servers undergo a five-hour maintenance period before new updates. As a thank you for your patience, HoYoverse often rewards players with free banner currency for each hour of downtime. Remember to check your in-game mailbox for your ZZZ Polychrome once the update is live!
Following HoYoverse’s standard six-week content cycle for their gacha titles, we anticipate the 2.3 update will wrap up on Thursday, November 27, 2025.
Zenless Zone Zero 2.3 Livestream
The official Zenless Zone Zero 2.3 livestream took place on Monday, September 29, 2025, at 4:30 AM PT / 7:30 AM ET / 12:30 PM BST / 1:30 PM CET / 9:30 PM AEDT.
This exclusive pre-release broadcast offered viewers limited-time Zenless Zone Zero codes that could be redeemed shortly after the show. Don’t miss future livestreams for more opportunities to snag valuable in-game rewards!
Zenless Zone Zero 2.3 Banners
ZZZ banners are typically divided into two exciting phases. Below, you’ll find a complete list of all the brand-new agents making their debut in version 2.3. For comprehensive details on returning characters, Bangboo units, and W-Engines with boosted drop rates, keep an eye out for our detailed Zenless Zone Zero banners guide.
Here are the new characters featured on ZZZ 2.3 banners:
- Lucia (Ether, Support)
- Yidhari (Ice, Rupture)
- Komano Manato (Fire, Rupture)
Each new agent also has their signature Zenless Zone Zero W-Engines available on the accompanying weapon banner. Unfortunately, a new ZZZ Bangboo unit will not be introduced in this update.
Zenless Zone Zero 2.3 Story
The narrative of ZZZ 2.3 dives headfirst into a series of unsettling disappearances plaguing Timesworn Hills, a town engulfed by Miasma and haunted by echoes of the past. While Phaethon and his companions are determined to locate Sarah, for now, they must ally with the mysterious Spook Shack faction. Their mission: to locate the missing Porcelumex employees and ensure their safe return.
This investigation by the Spook Shack will lead our beloved Proxy siblings into encounters with terrifying urban legends. Prepare for thrilling confrontations with a mind-reading entity and a powerful hypnotist who commands the very fabric of the dreamscape. This storyline also provides an excellent chance to get acquainted with new characters like Lucia, an Ethereal-loving Night Emissary, and Yidhari, a formidable lone-wolf Proxy wrestling with her own inner demons.
Zenless Zone Zero 2.3 Events
Zenless Zone Zero events offer exciting, limited-time commissions, unique scenarios, and alternate game modes where Proxies can earn rare and exclusive rewards. Some events are revealed by name only, so stay alert for their appearance in the RPG game!
Here’s a full list of all the events featured in ZZZ 2.3:
- Check-in: All-New Program
- Check-in: “En-Nah Into Your Lap”
- Chronicle of Counseling
- Snap! Shining Strike
- When Dreams Remain Unfinished
- Timesworn Hills Explorer’s Guide
- 141 Eco Art Exhibition
- Threshold Simulation: Branching Echoes
- TV Schedule: Lucia – The Inverted Night Lantern
- Data Bounty: Combat Simulation
- Advanced Bounty: Routine Cleanup
With all this exciting new content, you’re now fully prepared to plunge into Zenless Zone Zero 2.3! If you’re looking for more to keep you entertained between ZZZ updates, check out our curated list of upcoming PC games. Or, for a deeper dive into our thoughts on HoYoverse’s latest gacha iteration, read our comprehensive Zenless Zone Zero review.